West Lincoln High School is in Lincoln County, North Carolina, outside Lincolnton, North Carolina. West Lincoln is a comprehensive four-year high school recognized as a School of Distinction and accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 733 students in grades 9-12, West Lincoln High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Lincoln High School's student population of 733 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
733 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Motto
West Is Best
School Rankings
West Lincoln High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lincoln High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#823 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
86%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)82%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lincoln High School's ranking?
West Lincoln High School is ranked #823 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Lincoln High School often compared to?
West Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of West Lincoln High School is 82%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Lincoln High School?
733 students attend West Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Lincoln High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lincoln High School?
West Lincoln High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Lincoln High School offer ?
West Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Lincoln High School part of?
West Lincoln High School is part of Lincoln County Schools School District.
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